Best Time to Visit Albuquerque
The best months to visit Albuquerque are Apr, May, Oct. Here is the full monthly breakdown.
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Best Months: Apr, May, Oct
These months offer the best balance of comfortable temperatures and low rainfall for visiting Albuquerque. Expect highs of 22°C to 27°C to 24°C with relatively dry conditions.
Warmest Month
July
35°C high
Coldest Month
January
-3°C low
Driest Month
August
3 rain days
Wettest Month
March
9 rain days
Monthly Weather
January
High: 7°C / Low: -3°C
5 rain days
February
High: 13°C / Low: 0°C
5 rain days
March
High: 16°C / Low: 3°C
9 rain days
April
High: 22°C / Low: 7°C
3 rain days
May
High: 27°C / Low: 12°C
6 rain days
June
High: 33°C / Low: 18°C
4 rain days
July
High: 35°C / Low: 21°C
4 rain days
August
High: 34°C / Low: 20°C
3 rain days
September
High: 29°C / Low: 16°C
4 rain days
October
High: 24°C / Low: 11°C
4 rain days
November
High: 15°C / Low: 3°C
6 rain days
December
High: 11°C / Low: 0°C
4 rain days
Tourist Seasons in Albuquerque
Peak Season
April, May, October
- +Best weather conditions
- +Most activities and events
- -Higher prices and larger crowds
- -Book accommodation well in advance
Shoulder Season
March, June, September, November
- +Good weather, fewer tourists
- +Better value for accommodation
- +More authentic local experiences
- ~Some attractions may have reduced hours
Off Season
January, February, July, August, December
- +Lowest prices of the year
- +No crowds at attractions
- -Weather may be less favourable
- -Some seasonal businesses may close
Month-by-Month Breakdown
| Month | High | Low | Rain Days | Season |
|---|---|---|---|---|
January | 7°C | -3°C | 5 | Off Season |
February | 13°C | 0°C | 5 | Off Season |
March | 16°C | 3°C | 9 | Shoulder Season |
April★ | 22°C | 7°C | 3 | Peak Season |
May★ | 27°C | 12°C | 6 | Peak Season |
June | 33°C | 18°C | 4 | Shoulder Season |
July | 35°C | 21°C | 4 | Off Season |
August | 34°C | 20°C | 3 | Off Season |
September | 29°C | 16°C | 4 | Shoulder Season |
October★ | 24°C | 11°C | 4 | Peak Season |
November | 15°C | 3°C | 6 | Shoulder Season |
December | 11°C | 0°C | 4 | Off Season |
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